2008 Opel Agila vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Agila would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Agila | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2475 mm |
