1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 14 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS6.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Brilliance BS6. 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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Opel | Brilliance |
| Model | Frontera | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
