2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
