2007 Audi S6 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 S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2007 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S6. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
