2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 561 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
