2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Frontera | Outback |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |