2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Sonata | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
