1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 209 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
