1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Opel Frontera | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2000 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2803 mm |