2003 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Opel 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Terracan. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Terracan | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
