2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
