2012 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 335 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 335 | Antara |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |