2005 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 995 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 Mercedes-Benz V, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | V | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 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 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
