2008 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2008 Opel Antara and 2008 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. 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 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Antara | G5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |