2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S80 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
