2000 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
