2003 Opel Frontera vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna 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 93 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. 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 1999 Renault Laguna. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Frontera | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
