2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 592 kg more than 2011 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Antara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
