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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 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 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |