2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi Q7 (360 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
