1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 229 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Frontera | Impreza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |