2004 Opel Speedster vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1703 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Speedster | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Speedster | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
