2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Opel Speedster

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 837 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler 300 2004 Opel Speedster
Make Chrysler Opel
Model 300 Speedster
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5654 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 36 L


 

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