2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | Boxter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |