2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 262 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2003 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |