2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 Porsche 911 (505 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 911
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3122 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 252 HP 523 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 2200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 505 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors


 

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