2007 Opel Antara vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 4 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 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 102 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 684 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. 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 2011 Kia Soul. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Soul 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 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Antara | Soul |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |