2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |