1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 573 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Frontera | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |