2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |