2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara. 2009 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Porsche | Opel |
| Model | 911 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
