2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Alero would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Alero | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Alero | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |