2000 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
