2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |