2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Opel |
| Model | Silver Seraph | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
