2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 11 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Frontera | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Frontera | DB9 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2745 mm |