1999 Buick Century vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Century | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |