2006 Opel Antara vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Antara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
