1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frontera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
