1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Suburban. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Antara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |
