2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A6 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |