2007 Opel Antara vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Venturi |
| Model | Antara | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
