2006 Audi A4 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 A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (226 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
