2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tucson | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
