2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Sharan | Antara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
