2011 Opel Antara vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 2 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 406 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Opel Antara | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Opel | Dodge |
Model | Antara | DART |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |