2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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, 2006 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
