2006 Opel Antara vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Antara | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
