2000 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Antara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
