2006 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Opel Antara and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Antara | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
