2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Opel Speedster

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 886 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.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Blazer 2003 Opel Speedster
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Blazer Speedster
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4294 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 203 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1762 kg 876 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 36 L


 

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