2008 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2008 Opel Antara and 2008 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 629 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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 2008 Citroen Xsara. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Antara | Xsara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 297 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |