2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Passat | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |