2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | YRV | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |