2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 222 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Outback | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Outback | Antara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |