2007 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Antara | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Antara | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |