2001 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Opel |
| Model | Vitara | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
