1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 905 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx. 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 2004 Opel Trixx. 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 (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Trixx. (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Trixx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Trixx |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1950 mm |
