1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Frontera | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
