2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 9 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki SX4. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Frontera | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Frontera | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
