2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Viano | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1974 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
