2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2013 Porsche Panamera
Make Audi Porsche
Model A4 Panamera
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line single
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 542 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Top Speed 238 km/hour 306 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 3.8 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Single Speed
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 2114 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1418 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2920 mm