2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 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 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | R | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2470 mm |
