2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Antara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |