2005 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5 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 | 1795 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |
