2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 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 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |