2010 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Opel Antara and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Antara | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Antara | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
