2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2008 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 331 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |