2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
