2006 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Kia Amanti

To start off, both 2006 Opel Antara and 2006 Kia Amanti were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Amanti.

Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Amanti. 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) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Amanti.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Antara 2006 Kia Amanti
Make Opel Kia
Model Antara Amanti
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 3491 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 298 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm


 

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