2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A4 911
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1984 cc 3823 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 242 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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