2009 BMW 128 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 128 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 BMW 128.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 128. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 128 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 128 | Antara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 230 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |