2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2009 Audi Q7 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. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Q7 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
