2001 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Magna | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
