2000 Saturn LW vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Saturn LW | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Saturn | Opel |
Model | LW | Antara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |