2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Charger | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Frontera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2470 mm |