2004 Opel Frontera vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (298 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Frontera | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
