1999 Acura SLX vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura SLX | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | SLX | Antara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2710 mm |