1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 261 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Frontera | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
