2006 Opel Antara vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.

Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma
Make Opel Toyota
Model Antara Tacoma
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 2701 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1900 mm