2011 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 9 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 118 | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 118 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
