2006 Opel Antara vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai

To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.

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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Antara 2004 Suzuki Samurai
Make Opel Suzuki
Model Antara Samurai
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1540 mm


 

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