2011 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 707 kg more than 2010 Opel Antara. 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 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara. 2011 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Armada | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Antara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2512 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
