2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP) has 322 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
