2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 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 Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara. 2006 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Allroad | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
