1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 634 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Opel Frontera | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Frontera | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3645 mm |