2008 Kia Spectra vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2008 Kia Spectra 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Spectra. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Spectra | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Spectra | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |