2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Opel Meriva and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva, 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Meriva | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |