2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Trans Sport | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
