2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8205 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8205 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
