2006 Opel Antara vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige 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 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lotus Exige. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Opel | Lotus |
| Model | Antara | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
