2006 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 745 | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |