2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 (300 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
