2002 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2002 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
