2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 720 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Antara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |