2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Antara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
