2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 833 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fiesta 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
