2001 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X5 | Antara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |