2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 996 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |