2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frogster. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 102 kg more than 2002 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Frogster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frogster. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frogster. 2002 Opel Frogster has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frogster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
