2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Meriva | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2475 mm |
