2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2003 Opel Speedster and 2003 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster. 2003 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3270 mm |
