2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Yaris | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |