2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 54 L |
