2004 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2004 Opel Astra and 2004 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (139 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2004 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
