2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
