1998 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | RAV4 | Antara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |