2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 249 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Because 2003 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 2003 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Speedster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |