2012 Opel Antara vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 210 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
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, 2002 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Antara | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Antara | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
