2006 Morgan 44 vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2006 Morgan 44 and 2006 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Speedster weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan 44 | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | 44 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |