2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Pod |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
