2010 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 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:
2010 Porsche 911 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | 911 | A6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |