2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 905 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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 Dodge Caravan, 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 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caravan | Speedster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |