2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Antara would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 830 kg more than 2010 Opel Antara. 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Expedition | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Antara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 65 L |