2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Because 2005 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Monte Carlo | Speedster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |