2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |