2006 Opel Antara vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester.
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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Antara | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Antara | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2456 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |