2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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 Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Viano | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
