2006 Opel Antara vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 2012 Ford Mustang. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mustang 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.
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2006 Opel Antara | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Antara | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 3700 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |