2008 Opel Antara vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Antara would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. 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 2009 Opel Corsa. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Antara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
