2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 439 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Because 2003 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 2003 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Speedster | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
