2006 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Antara | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
