2004 Opel Signum vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum 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 2004 Opel Signum. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Signum | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 125 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
