2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 269 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Opel Frontera | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |