2006 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |