1993 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 476 kg more than 1993 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Opel Frontera | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Sienna |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |