2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2005 Opel Frontera and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 537 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 2005 Opel 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, 2005 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 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Frontera 2005 Opel Astra
Make Opel Opel
Model Frontera Astra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3163 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1183 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2640 mm