2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Antara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
