2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 766 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Rogue | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
