2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Tacoma | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |