2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2006 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 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 Ford E-250. 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-250 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
