1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
