2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 639 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
