2008 Opel Astra 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 Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 89 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 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 | 172 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 5.1 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 | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2475 mm |
