2001 Opel Speedster vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1283 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Speedster | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Speedster | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
