2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
