2006 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (245 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |