2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Frontera | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | Frontera | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |