1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2005 Tata Sumo 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 241 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera.
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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Frontera | Sumo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |