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 (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 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 215 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |
