2002 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.

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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Omega 1999 Porsche Boxster
Make Opel Porsche
Model Omega Boxster
Year Released 2002 1999
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2497 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2360 mm


 

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