2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 654 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.
Because 2003 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 2003 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Quest | Speedster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 36 L |