2004 Opel Frontera vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Opel Frontera. 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 2010 Volvo C70. 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Frontera | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |