2006 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki SX4. 2001 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki SX4 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Opel |
| Model | SX4 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
