2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. 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, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Frontera | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Frontera | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
