2006 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (325 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |