2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |