2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | QX56 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |