2006 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Opel Antara and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Antara | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |