2004 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 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 A6. 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 A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |