2007 Opel Antara vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 277 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Antara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
