2011 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Opel Antara. 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 2008 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Antara | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Opel | Buick |
Model | Antara | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3009 mm |