2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (286 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 202 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |