1999 Opel Signum vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Opel Signum.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Signum | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Signum | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |