2006 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2006 Opel Antara and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio.

Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio 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 2006 Renault Clio
Make Opel Renault
Model Antara Clio
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 1461 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 162 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1730 mm


 

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