2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |