2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |