2008 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 330 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |