1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 16 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Frontera | Q5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |