2008 Opel Antara vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S40. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (241 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Antara | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1560 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 |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
