2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
