2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Borrego. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera. 2010 Kia Borrego 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. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Frontera | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Frontera | Borrego |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |