2006 Opel Antara vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo

To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo.

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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo
Make Opel Renault
Model Antara Kangoo
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type SUV Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 1597 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 153 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1680 mm


 

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