2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2833 mm |