2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 7 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 2007 Saturn ION are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn ION. 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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Frontera | ION |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |