2011 Honda CR-Z vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda CR-Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda CR-Z would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 653 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda CR-Z | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | CR-Z | Antara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2436 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |