2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
