2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |