2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 139 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1990 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
