2002 Opel Omega vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 2 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega.

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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Omega 2000 Porsche Boxster
Make Opel Porsche
Model Omega Boxster
Year Released 2002 2000
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 2197 cc 2855 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 142 HP 249 HP
Torque 209 Nm 309 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2420 mm


 

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