2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 125 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
