1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
