2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Frontera | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
