2012 Opel Antara vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Opel Antara would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 81 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.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Antara | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Opel | Dodge |
Model | Antara | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |