1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 205. 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 205 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
