2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 973 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.
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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera. 2013 GMC Yukon 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. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Opel Frontera | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Frontera | Yukon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3302 mm |