2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
