1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 12 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2008 Audi A4 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. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Opel Frontera | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Frontera | A4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |