2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
