2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2006 Audi RS4 and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (326 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.

Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi RS4 2006 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model RS4 911
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4163 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 420 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4250 RPM
Top Speed 245 km/hour 285 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 360 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Height 360 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 360 mm 2360 mm


 

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