2004 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. 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 44 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2004 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Frontera | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Frontera | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |