2006 Opel Antara vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Antara | LW |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2960 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
