2008 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 45 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
