2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera.
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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Frontera | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Frontera | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |