2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1047 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster. 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Speedster | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
