1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (236 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Bora |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1716 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |