2001 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Opel Frontera | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Opel | Dodge |
Model | Frontera | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3078 mm |