2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2000 GMC Sierra and 2000 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Sierra | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |