2012 Opel Antara vs. 2007 Holden Captiva

To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Holden Captiva. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2007 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2007 Holden Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Opel Antara 2007 Holden Captiva
Make Opel Holden
Model Antara Captiva
Year Released 2012 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3194 cc 2405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 224 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 203 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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