2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo XC70 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | XC70 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
