2003 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 333 kg more than 2003 Opel Frontera. 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 2012 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Frontera | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Frontera | Equus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3045 mm |