2007 Opel Antara vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Antara | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Antara | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |