2000 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
