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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 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. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 911
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1781 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 214 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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