2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Opel Antara

To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 1,899 cc, 2006 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.

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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Panda 2006 Opel Antara
Make Fiat Opel
Model Panda Antara
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1899 cc
Horse Power 59 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 1400 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 145 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1760 mm


 

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