2011 Audi A1 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A1 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A1 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2475 mm |
