2006 Audi S4 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 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 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
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 S4, 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
