2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
