1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 14 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Vauxhall | Mitsubishi |
Model | Frontera | Outlander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |