2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| 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 | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
