2006 Opel Antara vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.

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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Antara 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Opel Toyota
Model Antara Tacoma
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 4000 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1895 mm


 

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