1999 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Almera. 2008 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Almera | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Antara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
