2000 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | S3 | Antara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |