2000 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2000 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Alero | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
