2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Sprinter | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2470 mm |
