2001 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 76 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Avensis | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
