2007 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (325 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |