2007 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |