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 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 86 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 275 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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, 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. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 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 | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |