2009 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |