1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1999 Opel Meriva and 1999 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
