2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 834 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
