2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |