2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 7 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Toyota Auris.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Auris. 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Auris |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |