2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Frontera | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Frontera | ATS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |