1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 279 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Camry. 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2446 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 | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
