2011 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Opel Antara | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Antara | BLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |