2011 Peugeot 408 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 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 55 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 408 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 408 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
