1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 8 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (294 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Frontera | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
