2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser and 2000 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser weights approximately 556 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Speedster 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 2000 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser, 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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (271 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
