2000 Opel Frontera vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 675 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Frontera | 306 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |