1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | RunX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
