2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 159 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
