2006 Opel Antara vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Antara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 1700 mm |
