2008 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Opel Antara and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2008 Volvo C70 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. 2008 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Antara | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Antara | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |