2006 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |
