2003 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 590 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi RS6 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | RS6 | Boxter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |