2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 21 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
