2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2012 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, 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 330 | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |