2011 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 227 kg more than 2012 Opel Antara. 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 Nissan Quest. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Quest | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Quest | Antara |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1854 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |