2005 Opel Speedster vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 905 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 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 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 76 L |
