1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Frontera | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |