2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | R | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
