2006 Opel Antara vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Antara. (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Antara | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
