2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
