2010 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 320 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 320 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
