2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 230 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |