2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A3 | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |