2007 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-8 | Antara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |