2009 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
