2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
