2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Q7 (500 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
