2005 Audi TT vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
