1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1997 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 1997 Opel Frontera and 1997 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 339 kg more than 1997 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Siena. (200 Nm). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1997 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Opel | Fiat |
Model | Frontera | Siena |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1910 cc |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1300 kg |