2001 Opel Frontera vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frontera | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 306 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
