1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | S60 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |