2008 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 119 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Antara | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
