2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Phaeton | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |