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 182 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 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 100 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
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 | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2475 mm |
