2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto 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 84 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 927 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Picanto | Antara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |