2006 Opel Antara vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Antara | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
