1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2010 Cadillac BLS 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. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Frontera | BLS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |