Alfa Romeo 4C vs. Porsche Boxster
In comparing the Alfa Romeo 4C's and the Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo 4C has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo 4C's and the Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Boxster is a better car than the Alfa Romeo 4C.
Alfa Romeo 4C vs. Porsche Boxster Pricing
A used 2016 Alfa Romeo 4C ranges from $44,999 to $67,855 while a used 2016 Porsche Boxster is priced between $37,493 to $109,980.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo 4C’s base engine makes 237 horsepower, and the Porsche Boxster base engine makes 265 horsepower. The 4C is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 357 miles. The Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 507 miles.This gives the Alfa Romeo 4C the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Porsche Boxster the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$44,999 - $67,855
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$37,493 - $109,980
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Alfa Romeo 4C Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Alfa Romeo 4C Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 40Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
38 out of / 40Porsche Boxster Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo 4C Trim Levels
Spider, Base
Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
Base, Black Edition, GTS, S, Spyder
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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:
237 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
265 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
206 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.092 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 357 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 507 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
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:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
3.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
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:
2487 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
46.7 inches
Length:
157 inches
Wheelbase:
93.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2888 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
50.5 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/45ZR17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45ZR18
