2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 585 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | GL | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
