2007 Opel Antara vs. 2007 Citroen C8

To start off, both 2007 Opel Antara and 2007 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8. 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 2007 Citroen C8. 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 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara. 2007 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Antara 2007 Citroen C8
Make Opel Citroen
Model Antara C8
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 169 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 14.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L


 

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