2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 67 kg more than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2002 Dodge Intrepid 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 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Intrepid | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
