1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 13 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontera | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
