2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |