2005 Holden Vectra vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
