2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Wrangler | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |