2005 Opel Speedster vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |
