2005 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |