2006 Opel Antara vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Antara | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 3999 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 370 Nm |
| 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 | 1750 mm |
