1999 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1999 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | SL | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |