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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 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 345 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 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 | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |