2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | IS | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
