2011 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Outlander | Antara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |