2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
