2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 752 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Xterra | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 36 L |
