1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Frontera | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |
