2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 474 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Touareg | Antara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2329 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |