1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2470 mm |
