2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Sonata | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
