2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 2009 Infiniti QX56. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | QX56 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
