2011 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A3 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A3 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |