2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 868 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Armada | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Armada | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |