2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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 (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 2000 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche Boxster 2000 Vauxhall Omega
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model Boxster Omega
Year Released 2007 2000
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2687 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 273 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2740 mm