2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |