1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 7 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Frontera | 996 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |