2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
