2006 Suzuki Aerio vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 745 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Aerio | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Aerio | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
