2003 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo S40 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S40 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
