2003 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2002 Porsche Boxster
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 Boxster
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2671 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 226 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 245 km/hour 253 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1278 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.6 L/100km 14.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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