2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | SSR | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
