2001 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 11 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, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera. 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 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Frontera | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Frontera | 530 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |