1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 12 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, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 579 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte. 2011 Kia Forte 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. 2011 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Frontera | Forte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |