2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Opel Antara

To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2012 Opel Antara
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Antara
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2404 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.9 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 895 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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