2011 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Outlander | Antara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
