2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X3 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 36 L |