2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 89 L |