2008 Opel Antara vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift 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 172 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Opel Antara | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Antara | Swift |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |