2003 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2003 Opel Astra and 2003 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra. 2003 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Astra | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |