2006 Opel Speedster vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Speedster | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Speedster | 996 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |