2008 Opel Antara vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 90 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Antara | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1140 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |