2006 Opel Antara vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Antara | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Antara | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 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 | 1830 mm |