2011 Opel Antara vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Antara | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Antara | RVR |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
