2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Endeavor | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2470 mm |
