2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 281 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Frontera | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Frontera | Kyron |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |