2007 Opel Antara vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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 (220 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Antara | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
