1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 6 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 2005 Opel Astra. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
