1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera.
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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2005 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Frontera | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |