2002 Xedos 9 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 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 63 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Xedos 9 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Xedos | Opel |
| Model | 9 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
