1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 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 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Frontera | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2874 mm |
