2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 179 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | TE-50 | Antara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |