2005 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |