2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Frontera | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontera | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |