2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Acadia | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
