2010 SSC Aero vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 860 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 427 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SSC Aero. 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1067 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera. 2003 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SSC Aero | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | SSC | Opel |
| Model | Aero | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1062 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1710 mm |
