2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 Honda Ridgeline.
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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Ridgeline | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
