2005 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 129 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 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 145 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| 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 Weight | 1181 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2475 mm |
