2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | Boxster | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2737 mm |
