2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 727 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |