2007 Opel Antara vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2007 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1998 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1998 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Antara | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
