2004 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 9 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Infiniti IPL. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Frontera | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Frontera | IPL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
