2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
