2007 Opel Speedster vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Because 2007 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 2007 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Speedster | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Speedster | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
