2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
