2005 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 528 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Because 2006 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 2006 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
