2000 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Antara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
