2006 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 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 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X3 | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |