2010 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 Opel Antara.
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 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Wrangler | Antara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4684 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2103 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
