2006 Opel Antara vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Antara | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 2696 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
