2010 Opel Antara vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 184 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Antara | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Antara | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
