2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-250 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 36 L |
