2008 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
