1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Frontera | 335 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
