1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 559 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
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1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
Model | Frontera | Captiva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |