2009 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
In comparing the 2009 Audi S4's and the 2009 Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Audi S4 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2009 Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Audi S4's and the 2009 Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Audi S4’s base engine makes 340 horsepower, and the 2009 Porsche Boxster base engine makes 255 horsepower. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 315 miles. The Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. This gives the 2009 Porsche Boxster the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2009 Audi S4. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
18898 - 38361
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi S4 Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche Boxster Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2009 Audi S4 Trim Levels
quattro
2009 Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
Base, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
340 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
302 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
216 / 315 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
180 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2887 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
50.9 inches
Length:
171.6 inches
Wheelbase:
95.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available