2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Astro | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
