1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
