2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 741 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Venture | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |
