2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
