2009 Volvo XC90 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC90 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | XC90 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 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 | 1369 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
