2006 Chevrolet Aveo 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 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Aveo 2007 Opel Antara
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Aveo Antara
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 2405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 65 L


 

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