1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback.
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, 2001 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 2001 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
