2006 Opel Antara vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Antara | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 5377 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
