2000 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Frontera | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | CC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |