2008 Opel Antara vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 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, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 965 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Antara | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
