2005 Opel Frontera vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 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 64 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. 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 2004 Volvo S80. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Opel Frontera | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Frontera | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |