2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | SsangYong | Opel |
| Model | Rexton | Antara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1990 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1855 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
