2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 6 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 25 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 370 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |