2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | LeMans | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |
