2003 Honda City vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda City. 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, 2008 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Antara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |