2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera.
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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Tribeca | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |