1998 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Boxter (279 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2475 mm |
