2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |