2009 Kia Carens vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carens | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
