2011 Opel Antara vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Antara would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (156 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Opel Antara | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Antara | B |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2699 mm |