2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2003 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 2003 Audi A8 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 A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |