2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
