1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Frontera | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |