1995 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 181 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontera | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
