2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
