2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
