2005 Ford Lynx vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2005 Ford Lynx 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Lynx weights approximately 105 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 Ford Lynx, 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 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Lynx | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Lynx | Speedster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |