2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Drifter | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1990 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
