Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A4
When we compare the Porsche Boxster's and the Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Boxster's and the Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 is a better car than the Porsche Boxster.
Porsche Boxster vs. Audi A4 Pricing
A used 2009 Porsche Boxster ranges from $18,898 to $38,361 while a used 2009 Audi A4 is priced between $4,947 to $15,760.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche Boxster’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Audi A4 base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. This gives the Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Porsche Boxster. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18898 - 38361
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4947 - 15760
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Boxster Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A4 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
Base, S
Audi A4 Trim Levels
2.0T, 2.0T quattro, 3.2 quattro, 2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige, 3.2 quattro Premium Plus, 3.2 quattro Prestige, 2.0T Avant Premium, 2.0T Avant Premium Plus, 2.0T Avant Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
255 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
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:
38.3 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45 inches
Cargo Space:
13.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3428 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
181 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 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