1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (241 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Opel Frontera | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | S40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |