2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2009 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Antara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |