2002 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Antara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |