2006 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
