2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
