1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu Vehicross would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
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, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Vehicross | Antara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
