2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 479 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Speedster | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Speedster | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 79 L |