1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 10 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Frontera | ForFour |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |