2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Panamera | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
