2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 319 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
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 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti FX | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | FX | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |