2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 150 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2004 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
