1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 307. 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 307 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
