2012 Opel Antara vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2012 Opel Antara and 2012 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Antara | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Antara | SX4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |