2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Opel Antara

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2006 Opel Antara
Make Jeep Opel
Model Grand Cherokee Antara
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1899 cc
Horse Power 228 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 1400 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 2160 mm 1760 mm


 

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