1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 9 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Frontera | Baja |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |