2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | Boxster | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
