2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra, 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
