2007 Opel Antara vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Antara | W12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
