2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Boxster | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
