2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, 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 (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | Boxster | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
