2002 Opel Speedster vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2002 Opel Speedster and 2002 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Speedster | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Speedster | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
