2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Colorado | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 291 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |