1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |