2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X Activity | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | X Activity | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |