1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Opel Frontera | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Frontera | X6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2934 mm |