2001 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 2007 Peugeot 407. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Frontera | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Frontera | 407 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |