2008 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 320 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
