2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Rogue and 2008 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Rogue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2008 Nissan Rogue has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Rogue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Rogue | Antara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
