2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
