2010 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Astra 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.
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2010 Opel Astra | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Antara |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |