2006 Opel Antara vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton.
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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Antara | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2873 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
