2010 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 325 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Antara |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |