2002 Opel Frogster vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2002 Opel Frogster and 2002 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frogster. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Opel Frogster (220 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Frogster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2002 Opel Frogster has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frogster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Frogster | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frogster | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 972 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
