2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1556 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
