2007 Opel Antara vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. 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 2004 Rover 75. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Antara | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
