2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
