2002 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Opel Frontera. 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 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Frontera | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontera | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
