1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 16 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Frontera | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
