2003 Eagle Talon vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Eagle Talon. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2003 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2003 Eagle Talon 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:
2003 Eagle Talon | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Eagle | Opel |
Model | Talon | Antara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |