2002 Opel Frogster vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frogster. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 562 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Frogster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frogster. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frogster. 2002 Opel Frogster has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Frogster | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 972 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
