2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |