2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | Cayenne | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |