2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Antara would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Captiva | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |