2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto 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 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 160 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 995 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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 2008 Kia Picanto. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Picanto 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:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Antara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
