2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
