2012 Opel Antara vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 203 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Opel Antara | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Opel | Chrysler |
Model | Antara | 300 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |