2007 BMW 328 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 328 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
