2001 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 379 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
