2006 Opel Antara vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Antara | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2902 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
