1994 Opel Frontera vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Frontera would be higher. Both 1994 Opel Frontera and 2003 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Frontera | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
