2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 351 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Equus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
