2005 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Astra 2006 Porsche Boxster
Make Opel Porsche
Model Astra Boxster
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1388 cc 2686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.6 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2420 mm


 

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