2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 89 L |