2008 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 2 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 263 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TSX. 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, 2010 Acura TSX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Antara | TSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
