2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Audi RS4. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi RS4 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | RS4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |