2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 202 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |