2007 Opel Antara vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan 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 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tuscan 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 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Antara | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
