2008 Opel Antara vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Antara | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
