2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Porsche | Audi |
Model | Boxster | A4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2809 mm |