2008 Opel Antara vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2005 Porsche 911 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. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Antara | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
