2008 Opel Antara vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Antara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
