2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 32 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
