2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |