2006 Opel Antara vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Antara | 525 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
