1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Frontera | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |