2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | RAV4 | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |