2005 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |