2005 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
