2003 Opel Frontera vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. 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 87 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Frontera | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |