2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 293 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.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |
