2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 415 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |