2005 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 Honda Stream

To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 5 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 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 74 more horse power than 2010 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 111 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, 2010 Honda Stream, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Speedster 2010 Honda Stream
Make Opel Honda
Model Speedster Stream
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 94.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 243 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 11.1 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 1116 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 55 L


 

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