2004 Volkswagen GTI vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen GTI | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTI | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
