2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 5 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
