2003 MCC ForFour vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 785 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MCC ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MCC ForFour | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | MCC | Opel |
Model | ForFour | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |