2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 837 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Duna | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Duna | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |