2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Opel Antara

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.

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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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