2008 Opel Antara vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 865 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Antara | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |