2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
