1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 10 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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. 2009 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Frontera | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
