2006 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |