2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Antara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |