2008 Opel Agila vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Agila | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
