2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Durango | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
