2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 664 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan 350Z | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 350Z | Speedster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2198 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 36 L |