2009 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
