2008 Opel Speedster vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Opel Speedster and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Because 2008 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 2008 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Speedster | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Speedster | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
