2006 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Holden Captiva

To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2008 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Captiva. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2008 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2008 Holden Captiva 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 2008 Holden Captiva
Make Opel Holden
Model Antara Captiva
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 1990 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm


 

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