2008 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Dacia Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Opel Frontera and 2008 Dacia Sandero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 2008 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Frontera | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
