1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 173 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 307 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
