1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Frontera | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |