2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
