2006 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Opel Antara and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (139 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Antara | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2435 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |