2000 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 1318 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
