2007 Opel Antara vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila 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 152 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 815 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. 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 2000 Opel Agila. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Agila 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 | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Antara | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
