2008 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 335 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Audi A3 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. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
