2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 198 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
