2009 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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, 2009 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
