2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 8 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. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 366 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Bora |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |