2006 Opel Antara vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Antara. (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Antara | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 4921 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
