1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
