2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 342 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
