2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
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 QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | QX56 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |