2010 Opel Antara vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Opel Antara | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Antara | C |
Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |