2003 Opel Frontera vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 427 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Frontera | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Beetle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |