2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
