2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Highlander | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |