2006 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 663 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 45 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
