1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2010 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Frontera | Charger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3048 mm |
