2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 473 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |