2011 Opel Antara vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Antara | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Antara | 605 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |