2007 Nissan Almera vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Almera | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
