2001 Opel Frogster vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Frogster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frogster | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frogster | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
