2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 5 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1177 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 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Speedster | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Speedster | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
