2011 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi S4 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Boxster | S4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
