1994 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1996 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
