2006 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 4 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 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC.

Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Antara 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Opel Mercedes-Benz
Model Antara CLC
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 1795 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 235 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1730 mm