2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |