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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP) has 304 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 911
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1984 cc 3599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 169 HP 473 HP
Torque 280 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 223 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 4.2 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 1275 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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