2010 Opel Antara vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 BMW 123.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Antara | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Antara | 123 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
