1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | S60 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |