2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Acadia | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |
