2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Opel Speedster

To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford E-350 1998 Opel Speedster
Make Ford Opel
Model E-350 Speedster
Year Released 2007 1998
Body Type Van Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5409 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 60 L


 

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