2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Audi RS4. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
