2012 Opel Antara vs. 2006 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Holden Captiva. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Captiva.
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 Holden Captiva (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Antara | 2006 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Antara | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
