2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet SSR and 2006 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 542 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | SSR | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
