2005 Opel Speedster vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 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), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 881 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster. 2011 Infiniti FX 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Speedster | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Speedster | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| 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 | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
