2001 Opel Frontera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 579 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frontera | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
