2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Speedster | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Speedster | MR2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 48 L |