2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |