1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 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 X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Opel Frontera | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | X670 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2815 mm |