2005 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Safari | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
