2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
