2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |