2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 706 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.
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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
