2006 Opel Antara vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Antara | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2354 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| 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 | 1770 mm |
