2011 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A5 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 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A5 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2350 mm |