2005 Opel Speedster vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2005 Opel Speedster and 2005 Seat Altea 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 315 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 Seat Altea, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Speedster | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
