2011 GMC Terrain vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Terrain | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Terrain | Frontera |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1754 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2470 mm |