2008 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
