2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 281 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
