2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
