1993 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Omega | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
