2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. 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 (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 99 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2475 mm |
