2008 Opel Antara vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
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 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Antara | Caldina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |