2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |