2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
