2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. Both 2000 Opel Frontera and 2002 Vauxhall Vectra are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Frontera | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |