2009 Lexus ES vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Lexus ES is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Lexus ES (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus ES | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | ES | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
