2002 Holden UTE vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden UTE | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | UTE | Speedster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |