1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Frontera | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
