2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | SRX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
