2006 Opel Antara vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Antara. (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Antara | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 4400 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
