2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick.
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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Maverick | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Maverick | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |