2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
